Background and Introduction
The UAMS Pathways Academy is an innovative, comprehensive educational and community engagement program focused on preparing low-income, K-12 students for educational and career opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and Healthcare (STEM-H) disciplines.
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Junior STEM Academy (K-5th grade) This program is designed to immerse our young scholars in a world of science that focuses on health (STEM-H) while incorporating technology, engineering, and mathematics. The Academy uses a combination of effective teaching pedagogies to design a culturally responsive and holistic curriculum. In addition to STEM-H, we integrate concepts relating to mental health/wellness such as cyber-bulling or emotional intelligence.
Senior STEM Academy (6th -8th grade) Scholars are immersed in a world of science that focuses on health (STEM-H) while incorporating technology, engineering, and mathematics. Summer intensive uses a combination of effective teaching pedagogies to design a culturally responsive and holistic curriculum. Scholars will participate in Argumentative Inquiry Labs, Community Science Academy, and Project Based learning while being exposed to STEM-Health Careers.
RAMP-UP (9th-12th grade) A year long program that facilitates a successful academic pipeline for scholars who have strong interests in healthcare professions. This academy was created to ensure a smooth transition from secondary education to collegiate academics. It provides scholars the opportunities for growth and development in Medical Professions/STEM careers by utilizing hands on experience, engaging in research, community science and engineering activities, ACT Prep, and interacting with STEM-Health Professionals.
Student Athlete STEM Academy (SASA)(Grades 9-12) A program designed to facilitate collaborative efforts of medical professions and athletic scholars. This program will allow for scholars who have strong interests in healthcare professions and athletics to be able to do both. The program is a springboard for athletic scholars who would not ordinarily have opportunities for growth and development to pursue Medical Professions/STEM careers.
| Pathways Academy Site | Pathways Academy Program | Intensive Camp Dates |
| Little Rock | Junior Stem Academy (K-5th) Senior STEM Academy (6th-8th) RAMP-UP (9th-12th) Student Athlete STEM Academy (9th-12th) | TBD 2023 TBD 2023 TBD 2023 TBD 2023 |
| Pine Bluff | Senior STEM Academy (6th-8th) RAMP-UP (9th-12th) | TBD 2023 TBD 2023 |
| Hot Springs | Junior Stem Academy (K-5th) | TBD 2023 |
| Springdale | Junior Stem Academy (K-5th) | TBD 2023 |
| Jonesboro | RAMP-UP (9th-12th) | TBD 2023 |
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Pathways Academy Career Opportunities
The UAMS Pathways Academy is an innovative, comprehensive educational and and community engagement program focused on preparing low-income, K-12 students for educational and career opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics and Healthcare (STEM-H) disciplines. By focusing on healthcare disciplines, including career research and community health education for youth and their parents, the Pathways Academy is an effective mechanism to provide community engagement and education. The Pathways Academy will provide students (Pathways Scholars) the opportunity to explore healthcare careers, develop critical thinking and problem-solving, collaborate within teams to solve problems, build leadership skills, and enhance resiliency in pursuit of goals.
Program Goals
Enhance educational opportunities for underrepresented and low-income students. Improve critical thinking/problem-solving skills and creativity. Close the education achievement gap for program participants. Increase the number of individuals of underrepresented, low income, and first- generation college students in medicine, the health professions, and the scientific workforce. Provide professional development opportunities for K-12 STEM educators. Intensify exposure to cutting edge, biomedical, public health research, translational research, and cancer research. Provide preparation for successful application to and matriculation in schools emphasizing careers in the health professions. Provide mentorship and coaching to guide students in their career path and life journey.